If you've been experiencing low libido, you are not alone. Erectile dysfunction affects 30 million American men and one-third of American males between the ages of 40 and 70. According to a 1999 report in the Journal of the American Medical Association, 43% of women reported having some kind of sexual dissatisfaction; about one-third of them specifically reported low sexual desire. Here are two important tips for boosting your libido:

1) Eat well – Adding healthy foods to your menu can have powerful benefits on your libido. A healthy diet full of nutrients and antioxidants also has many other health benefits.

2) Exercise regularly - Exercise improves energy and circulation, and helps you feel good about yourself! And when you feel good about yourself, you feel sexy.

You're probably thinking, "Can diet and exercise really affect my libido?" Yes they can. Nutrition plays a role in desire and exercise can come into play when it comes to energy levels. Eating a large plate of pasta for dinner won't make you feel sexy, but will more likely put you to sleep. Balance your meals with energy-producing proteins and fresh fruits and vegetables. Adding healthy foods to your diet could help increase your sex-drive, especially those foods that are considered aphrodisiacs, like almonds, avocadoes, chili peppers, oysters, figs, nutmeg, asparagus, and chocolate. Oysters get their love-inducing reputation because they contain antioxidants and trace elements like zinc, essential for good sexual functioning. Exercise improves energy and circulation, and helps you feel good about yourself. Anything that improves self-esteem will improve libido. Moderate regular exercise also improves blood flow to the sexual organs and helps prevent certain chronic diseases.

Other tips to improve your libido: • Get enough sleep – If you've been missing out on sleep, your body only wants one thing once it comes in contact with those comfortable sheets! • Manage your stress – If you're stressed and tired, you're less likely to be "in the mood". Use different stress management techniques to improve your overall health. • Communicate with your partner – Perhaps the most important thing to do. Enjoy the time you spend together as a couple and relax… • Drink in moderation - One drink may help you feel more at ease, but beware because alcohol is a depressant.

Certain medical conditions could also be causing a decrease in libido, so it could be important to discuss your symptoms with your health care provider. Any condition that interferes with hormone production, mood, or energy levels can have an effect on libido. Whether it is diabetes, certain heart conditions, depression or menopause, your naturopathic doctor can help you address them! Libido is much more than sexual desire – a balanced lifestyle can help you perform in many areas of your life!

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